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Can you run a subwoofer on multiple systems?

Wondering if it would be wise to run one subwoofer on two different systems in the same room. I am running two separate subwoofers now, but want to downsize things and do not run both systems at one time. So basically wondering if I can run one powered subwoofer through a switch selector for two different set ups.

set up one is a Mac 2105 with a Manley shrimp preamp (main system)
set up two is a audio engine A5 computer set up going through a Arcam Dac.

Thanks
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Thanks, is there any concern for loading condition on the other amp when it is turned off (or switched). I guess that was my main concern, since some people told me it would be a problem even if it is switched off because input impedance that can load down the other amp inputs.
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I don't really have a problem with the adjustments since once I have the settings for both set up's it's a simple switch.

I will probably be getting a new sub, so open for suggestions, but here are my 2 set ups right now.

1. Computer set up: Audioengine 5's with the AE S8 sub, running through a Arcam DAC and using Amara.

2. Main set up, primarily vinyl, sometimes digital when I switch over the same computer set up: Focal profile 908 with an old Focal Cobalt SW8000 sub.

Thanks again
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